Description
Luxurious Lobster Risotto brings Italian coastal elegance straight to your dinner table, combining rich seafood with creamy Arborio rice. Delicate lobster meat nestles perfectly among each silky grain, promising an indulgent culinary experience you’ll savor with pure Mediterranean delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 cups raw lobster meat, chopped (from a 2.5 lb lobster, 3 tails, or Wild Langostino Lobster)
Rice and Base:
- 1.75 cups Arborio rice (or other short-grain Italian rice)
- 7 cups hot vegetable or chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Liquids and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup sherry wine
Cheese and Garnish:
- 0.5 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- 0.25 cup chives, chopped
Instructions
- Infuse the broth with rich lobster shells, enhancing the oceanic depth of flavor throughout the cooking process.
- Sauté finely chopped shallots and minced garlic in olive oil until they become translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Introduce arborio rice to the pan, gently toasting the grains until they become slightly transparent and emit a nutty aroma.
- Incorporate tomato paste, stirring continuously to develop a deep crimson color and concentrated flavor profile.
- Deglaze the pan with sherry wine, allowing the liquid to be completely absorbed by the rice while introducing a subtle sweetness.
- Gently fold in cherry tomatoes, creating pockets of vibrant color and bursting freshness throughout the risotto.
- Gradually ladle warm broth into the rice, stirring methodically and allowing each addition to be fully absorbed before adding more.
- Maintain a consistent medium-low heat, patiently developing the risotto’s creamy texture and ensuring each grain becomes perfectly tender.
- During the final cooking stages, introduce tender lobster meat, allowing it to gently warm and integrate with the risotto’s luxurious consistency.
- Finish the dish by folding in fresh chives and grated cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and a luxurious, velvety finish.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with an additional sprinkle of cheese to elevate the presentation and provide a final layer of indulgence.
Notes
- Boost umami depth by simmering lobster shells in broth, extracting maximum flavor before removing them.
- Create extra-silky texture by consistently stirring risotto, releasing rice’s natural starches for creamy consistency.
- Transform recipe into gluten-free version by using certified gluten-free arborio rice and verifying all ingredient labels.
- Swap fresh lobster with canned or imitation seafood for budget-friendly adaptation without comprom
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg